Monday, October 1, 2012

Comming back home Roosevelt High School Class 1972

Leaving Seattle in 1977 was only going to be temporary, with plans to return in 5 years. 32 years later, Carl Brecht is back. Carl, after graduating from the University of Washington Business School in 1975, began working for West Coast Realty. Two years later, he continued his real estate career in Chicago Illinois, Granger Indiana, and Saint Joseph Michigan. Now back, with 3 broker licenses,Carl has chosen to place his Managing Brokers License at Keller Williams Greater Seattle, with continued success in these market conditions Carl’s expertise is finding an area that is reasonably priced, and promoting the property to investors. He has owned a few wholesale and retail businesses. His favorite one was a gourmet coffee shop, and that is a operation he enjoys selling. The enjoyment is finding that right person to carry on the business.Carl’s education did not stop after business school. Just a few years ago Carl attended Thomas Cooley law School to concentrate in property and contract law. His back ground has enabled him to offer his clients an expertise above the norm. Even though he does have a knack for selling businesses and commercial property, his enthusiasm for selling residential property is also evident. “Older historical homes are irreplaceable and have a story to tell “When asked about his fondest memories of Seattle, Carl was quick to mention his days with Boy Scout Troop 15. Taking the Adventurous, a hundred plus foot sailing ship to summer camp in the San Juan Islands. Another adventure was on an Eagle Scout climbing trip to Mount Rainer. On that climb he ran into both Whitaker brothers at Camp Muir. A highlight of his high school days was being a member of the Roosevelt Chess Team. His love for the game continued by teaching hundreds of elementary school students. His team of five third and fourth graders routinely defeated the top high school players in the Indiana area. Carl also is an avid rower and sculler. He was a member of the University of Chicago Rowing Team and attended the annual Head of the Charles rowing regatta in Boston. His only regret was that he did not take advantage of the rowing program at the University of Washington in his earlier years.At age 55 Carl sees himself working another 25 years in the profession he loves. His experience over the years has seen markets like today. “ There is no place in the world like the Pacific Northwest.” He is back to stay. If you would like someone like Carl working in your corner, you can reach him by email at carlbrecht@netscape.net, or by cell phone at 425-368-8246

This blog has become one of my passions after returning to the Seattle area. I have fond memories at Roosevelt. Spending a year at Seattle University and earning my degree in two more years at the UW seemed rushed. Working during the university years made time pass by quickly. I moved away from Seattle for 30 years; and took the opportunity to travel to all corners of the world. Please contribute to our school history, by adding to it. Best wishes, Carl Brecht. Send pictures and information to carlbrecht@netscape.net to publish on this blog.List of members. Please send your full name, including last name used while attending Roosevelt, new married name, year of graduation, e-mail and/or phone number. You may include information about where you work, and the services you provide. Please send information on anyone that has died that is a member of the class of 1972. Many names are not included below, please contact me directy if you are looking for someone from our class.